Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Transmission Description (Description and Operation)
The 4R70W has the following features:
- Wide ratio gears
- Four speeds
- Rear wheel drive
- Automatic
- Electronic shift
- Torque converter clutch control
- Line pressure controls
The transmission uses Ravigneaux-style double-pinion gearset with two bands, one one-way roller clutch, one mechanical diode and four friction clutches to produce four forward gears and Reverse.
4R70W Automatic Transmission

Automatic Transaxle/Transmission
General Specifications
a - MERCON V is not interchangeable at this time with the current MERCON
fluids. Check the
transmission fluid level indicator to determine the correct fluid and refer to
the ...
Identification Tags
All vehicles are equipped with a Vehicle Certification Label, located
on the driver side door lock post.
For correct transmission identification, refer to the code in the space
marked TR.
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Other materials:
Door Speaker - Upper
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the front door trim panels (239420). For additional
information, refer to Section
2. Remove the upper speaker access cover.
3. Remove the upper speaker housing.
1. Remove the screw.
2. Remove the upper spea ...
Installation
Lift cylinder
1. NOTE: Be sure that each fitting is installed in the correct position on
the folding top hydraulic
component.
NOTE: Make sure that the tetra seal is installed in the bottom of each of the
folding top
hydraulic cylinder ports before attaching ...
Removal
WARNING: The restraints control module (RCM) orientation is critical
for proper system
operation. If a vehicle equipped with an air bag supplemental restraint system
(SRS) has been
involved in a collision in which the center tunnel area has been damaged,
in ...
